An Online Degree in a High Demand Field

TJC offers the only online Health Information Technology program in East Texas. With an Associate of Applied Science in HIT, you’ll gain a foothold into one the fastest growing industries in the world.

Health Information Technology

The Associate of Applied Science in health Information technology prepares you with the technical and administrative skills needed to solve complex problems in the healthcare industry.

You’ll be working hands-on with doctors, administrators and technical support staff to help them make informed healthcare decisions, as well as gathering data that will influence national healthcare policy.

Health information professionals are in high demand as the health sector continues to expand. There are as many as 50,000 new jobs anticipated by 2017, and the Bureau of Labor Statistics cites medical records and health information technicians as one of the 20 fastest growing occupations in the US.

The HIT degree is completely online, which means you’ll be able to complete your degree on your own schedule. We also work with hospitals and clinics in your area to arrange for clinical time, as required by the degree. While the degree is entirely online, our faculty are available here on the TJC campus to answer your questions or help guide you toward your career goals.

Degree Plans

The healthcare industry is a great career choice because it is always highly in demand, but what if you aren’t really interested in dealing directly with patients? Become a health information technician with our online* degree program.

Medical coding specialists play an essential role in the business of healthcare. Using alphanumeric diagnosis and procedure codes, they communicate critical information about medical conditions and treatments. Correct coding ensures proper recording of a patient's medical conditions, verification of the provider’s services, and appropriate reimbursement by payers for those services.

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